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DSM Characteristics for NPD

Just in case you were wondering, I’ve copied and pasted these for you. Please note that these are guidelines and a true diagnosis must come from a psychiatrist. Good luck with that. Most NPD won’t see a psychiatrist unless something like a court order demands it.

A pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), need for admiration, and lack of empathy, beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts, as indicated by five (or more) of the following:

(1) has a grandiose sense of self-importance (e.g., exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements)